Saint
Nikḗtas the Hidden of Constantinople
Blessed Nikḗtas the Hidden of Constantinople
New Calendar September 9 Old Calendar September 22
Why they are a saint
Saint Nikḗtas the Hidden lived at Constantinople and occupied the position of “chartolarium” (“letter-writer”). The Orthodox Church commemorates Nikḗtas the Hidden of Constantinople on September 9.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Nikḗtas the Hidden of Constantinople as a patron when they bear the name Nikḗtas at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 9. Greek Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Nikḗtas the Hidden of Constantinople, pray to God for us.
A short general prayer to a saint, not a liturgical text. No public-domain troparion for this saint is included.